Take A Shot! With Emem Joy Emah

Often times, on the road to pursuing purpose we are faced with hardships and difficulties -- this is a given. However, for a person of color like myself, I have found the challenges to be even more difficult because sometimes depending on the environment, circumstance, and people we encounter, racism is added to the mix. What do you do when you are a person of color pursuing purpose in a field where you are often the only person of color in the room? How do you react when you are unfairly treated and the racism is blatant? How can you survive in such an environment? How can you stay encouraged to keep pursuing purpose under such circumstances? Of course I don’t have all the answers but I hope this episode is a spark for conversation and more importantly a shift in perspective. Social Media: @EmemJoyEmah on Twitter & Instagram Thanks for taking a shot with me! Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

In my latest podcast episode, as I look forward to thanksgiving, I express my utmost gratitude for you. Social Media: @EmemJoyEmah on Twitter & Instagram Happy Thanksgiving! Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

As the year dwindled away, I felt a great deal of disappointment. What happened to my 2017?! -- I would ask myself. I so greatly believed this year was going to be my best year yet. I mean… I did the whole mental visualization and mission statements thing that all the greats say they do right before they encounter breakthrough. As I reflected over my year, it turned out to be nothing I envisioned but truthfully, it turned out to be everything I NEEDED it to be. Instagram/Twitter → @EmemJoyEmah Thanks for taking a shot with me Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

Words like faith, unity and prayer are currently being dismissed in our society. While I understand the reasoning, it is absolutely detrimental to abandon these words. We need these words and its actions now more than ever. In this episode, I talk about the importance of unity and HOW to arrive at that in these dividing times. Listen & share your thoughts :)  My Socials  Twitter/Instagram --> @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

One of my pet-peeves is popular opinion based on what people want to hear and believe rather than actual factual information. This week, the internet did not disappoint. Joel Osteen was dragged up and down my timeline. However, the slander against Joel Osteen’s character, in my humble opinion, was unfounded. In this week’s brand new episode, I share my appall at people’s readiness to annihilate this man’s character without evidence. In addition, I share the lessons I’ve learned to apply to my own life. Take a listen and share your thoughts.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that." - Martin Luther King Jr. Take a listen and share your thoughts.   Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

"This is who I am and I make no apologies for it." There comes a point in life when you realize you must let go of the things that weigh you down in order to become obedient to who you really are. This is freedom. Becoming unapologetic is vital to this process. In this latest podcast episode, I talk about the following:  1.) Learn to let people go  2.) Surrender to who you are becoming  3.) Affirm yourself often  Lastly, I remind you about the monthly letters I send entitled Your Personal Letters. It is a letter personally written by me; a chance to communicate on a deeper level. If you are interested, sign up here --> https://bit.ly/2PNbO7L  Take a listen and share your thoughts.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

Recently I shared the following thought on social media, “A question I would ask my younger self: If you knew something was off, why did you stay?” It was inspired by a show that I was watching with my sister. In the episode, I detail the events of the show that lead to the tweet and I further break down what I meant by the tweet. Additionally, I talk about what mentorship really means and how to know if you are ready for it. Lastly, I remind you about the monthly letters I send entitled Your Personal Letters. It is a letter personally written by me; a chance to communicate on a deeper level.  If you are interested, sign up here --> https://bit.ly/2PNbO7L  Take a listen and share your thoughts.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

In this season finale episode, I express my absolute gratitude for lending me your ear. Secondly, I introduce, your personal letters. Take a listen and share your thoughts.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

On a very lazy Wednesday evening I was laying in my bed, absent-mindedly perusing twitter, when I stumbled upon the Rob Kardashian & Blac Chyna debacle. Now, I am not one to speak publicly on situations I know nothing of but I felt there was something here. I felt in the midst of the “juicy” drama, there was a lesson that needed to be emphasized. So of course, I grabbed my handy-dandy recording tools and I got to work. The result is what you hear on this most recent episode. Take a listen and share your thoughts.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

What a time to be alive. What a scary time to be alive. Hear how I am processing the current happenings of the world. Listen, be inspired, and don't forget to share your thoughts. Social: @EmemJoyEmah Thanks for taking a shot with me! Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

You're here! You're doing this thing! You are FINALLY taking your shot. Unfortunately things aren't panning out the way they should and your once enthusiasm is beginning to wane. Maybe it's time to look at things from a different angle. Maybe it's time to redefine success. As I have stated before, I never present you with information as an expert, but rather I come alongside you to share what I am learning as I am taking a shot myself. While in prayer, ready to bow out gracefully, I got these encouraging pointers that is currently changing and re-framing my thought process and I know it will do the same for you. Listen, be inspired, and don't forget to share what you are learning on your journey as well.  Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

There is value in the struggle. Listen, be encouraged and inspired.  My Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

Listen as I have an insightful, frank, and unapologetic conversation with rap artist T.Cooke.  Find T.Cooke here  Twitter: @thecookebook  Instagram: @tcookeofficial  Youtube: http://bit.ly/2rq6cUO  Soundcloud: http://bit.ly/2pTnBEj  My Social: @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

In a world filled with chaos, it is important that we know our happy place. Also, I interview Founder & CEO of WakeUpQueen Ministries, Abisola Queen. Listen as she gives insights on her journey with God, depression, relationships, marriage, and more.  Find Abisola here  Instagram: @AbisolaQueen  Twitter @AbisolaQueen  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

In this episode, I have my first interview with the self-proclaimed Boss Lady herself Christina Kanu. We talk business, academics, #blackwomenatwork, being young and facing intimidation, her love for the African American community, her pregnancy journey and so much more! In addition, she drops pearls of wisdom that will help you get your ENTIRE life together! So sit back, relax, and enjoy because I guarantee this is a conversation you won't forget!  For more information about Christina visit Website: ChristinaKanu.com  Twitter: @misskanu  Instagram: @misskanu  Facebook: Christina Kanu  As always, thanks for taking a shot with me.  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

Got distractions?! In this quest to pursue purpose by taking a shot, it is VITAL that we remove all distractions in order to focus on our goals. Take a listen and get inspired!  Find me on Twitter& Instagram @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

In case you needed a reminder, in the words of Lupita Nyong'o "your dreams are valid."  Take a listen and get inspired!  Find me on Instagram & Twitter @EmemJoyEmah  Thanks for taking a shot with me!  Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message

The very first episode of Take A Shot! with Emem Joy Emah. This is not for the faint of heart. This is for the brave, the courageous. This is for those that dare to relentlessly purpose, to passionately follow their dreams. This is for those that dare to Take A Shot! This is the introduction. Hear what this podcast is all about. Find me on Twitter & Instagram @EmemJoyEmah. Thanks for taking a shot with me! Emem --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/takeashotwithememjoyemah/message